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Leviton PR180
Passive Infrared wall switch occupancy sensor. $16.62
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SensorPlug
Turn any lamp into a motion activated light source. $12.50
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Lutron MS-OP600M
Sleek design will add a modern touch to your decor. $36.16
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Zenith SL-6117
Occupancy sensing wall switch with 30 foot range. $14.99
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ProductsWall Switch Occupancy Sensors
Advantages of Occupancy SensorsConvenience- If you are hassled by the everyday troubles of finding the light switch or turning it on or of with your hands full, look no further than an occupancy sensor switch to solve your problems.
Energy Efficiency- Not only will occupancy sensor controls save you money each month on energy bills, but many building codes such as California's Title 24 are starting to require the use of occupancy sensors. Versatility- Be creative. Automated switches can control a variety of equipment in your home. |
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Occupancy Sensor Buying Guide
One of the easiest ways to save money on your energy bills is to replace your traditional light switches with occupancy sensor switches. Not only will these fashionable automated lighting components save you money year round, but they will be a great feature to increase the value of your home when it comes time to sell. It is not recommended that occupancy sensors should be bought to replace every light switch in your home or office, and one should strategically consider which ones to replace to save the most money and provide the most convenience. For example, you may not want to use occupancy sensors in living spaces or reading areas where minimal motion may be present even when light is in demand. In this instance, the lights may actually inconveniently turn off when needed. Instead, try replacing conventional light switches in your garage, closet or hallway. These lights are often left on when not needed, making occupancy sensor switches a great opportunity to save you money. Any space that you typically carry items into or out of usually makes for a great room to install an occupancy sensor. In these areas we often find it troubling to turn the lights on with our hands full, and even worse, we can forget to hit the lights on the way out.
It is important to remember that not all occupancy sensor switches are created equal. Once you have decided to go with a wall switch occupancy sensor over a ceiling mounted occupancy sensor it is time to select which one is right for you. Selecting the right one does not necessarily depend on price or looks but technical specifications that meet the requirements of your space. The technical specifications I am referring to deal with range of detection, and angle of detection. Prices mostly increase with longer ranges and wider angles of detection. In order to see the most return on your investment areas such as closets and bathrooms can use less expensive sensors with smaller ranges. Another technical specification is what type of detection it uses. Two types of detection are passive infrared and ultrasonic. Passive infrared occupancy sensors are usually cheaper, and use direct IR beams to detect the presence of heat. Whereas ultrasonic occupancy sensors work similar to sonar. Sending waves that can bend around objects such as a car in a garage or a turn in a hallway. In these instances one ultrasonic occupancy sensor could potentially replace the function of two passive infrared occupancy sensors, making the higher priced product cost effective.
Another factor to consider is that while occupancy sensors are convenient and energy efficient products, they can possibly be a nuisance and waste energy if they are misused. Not all rooms and spaces are appropriate for occupancy sensors. Some of these include living rooms and common spaces where pets may run around at night. Another instance is in a bedroom when someone is sleeping and you might not want all of the lights to turn on.
It is important to remember that not all occupancy sensor switches are created equal. Once you have decided to go with a wall switch occupancy sensor over a ceiling mounted occupancy sensor it is time to select which one is right for you. Selecting the right one does not necessarily depend on price or looks but technical specifications that meet the requirements of your space. The technical specifications I am referring to deal with range of detection, and angle of detection. Prices mostly increase with longer ranges and wider angles of detection. In order to see the most return on your investment areas such as closets and bathrooms can use less expensive sensors with smaller ranges. Another technical specification is what type of detection it uses. Two types of detection are passive infrared and ultrasonic. Passive infrared occupancy sensors are usually cheaper, and use direct IR beams to detect the presence of heat. Whereas ultrasonic occupancy sensors work similar to sonar. Sending waves that can bend around objects such as a car in a garage or a turn in a hallway. In these instances one ultrasonic occupancy sensor could potentially replace the function of two passive infrared occupancy sensors, making the higher priced product cost effective.
Another factor to consider is that while occupancy sensors are convenient and energy efficient products, they can possibly be a nuisance and waste energy if they are misused. Not all rooms and spaces are appropriate for occupancy sensors. Some of these include living rooms and common spaces where pets may run around at night. Another instance is in a bedroom when someone is sleeping and you might not want all of the lights to turn on.
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